Watford swoops in and steals target from Chelsea and United

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Watford have agreed a deal to sign 20-year-old Brazilian forward Richarlison from Fluminense for £13M

According to reports in Brazil, Chelsea and Manchester United have now lost out in the pursuit of Brazilian wonder kid Richarlison.

The Blues have already signed in goalkeeper Willy Caballero, defender Antonio Rudiger, midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko and striker Alvaro Morata this transfer window and have been heavily linked with a move for the Brazilian forward

However, The Fluminese youngster is now set to join Watford in a sensational twist.

The 20-year-old forward had been a strong target of the Blues and the Red Devils, however, in a bizarre outcome, it seems the young Brazilian is set for a move to the Hornets instead.

Watford have reportedly agreed a fee of £13m with the Brazilian club, Richarlison has also agreed terms on a five-year contract, however he needs to complete his medical and get his work permit.

Watford have yet to officially announce that they’ve signed the striker, even though the player has posted a goodbye message on Instagram.

 

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